A.Use data to briefly describe the size and scope of the U.S. Health Care System. Consider the system as a percent of Gross Domestic Product, (GDP); the number, types and forms of ownership of U.S. Hospitals, the health care workforce, number of types of outpatient or ambulatory care facilities; number of nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Identify some of the causes of rising health care costs in the U.S.

A.Use data to briefly describe the size and scope of the U.S. Health Care System. Consider the system as a percent of Gross Domestic Product, (GDP); the number, types and forms of ownership of U.S. Hospitals, the health care workforce, number of types of outpatient or ambulatory care facilities; number of nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Identify some of the causes of rising health care costs in the U.S.